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There are currently no direct flights between Kinshasa and Dakar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
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Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ)
Cheapest • Avg $1,368 (round-trip)
Lome (LFW)
Shortest trip • 8h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kinshasa to Dakar (FIH-DSS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kinshasa to Dakar

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FIH  Kinshasa N'djili-DSS Dakar Blaise Diagne
2585 mimulti-stop
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DSS  Dakar Blaise Diagne-FIH Kinshasa N'djili
2585 mimulti-stop
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kinshasa to Dakar flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kinshasa to Dakar with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kinshasa to Dakar?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kinshasa to Dakar, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kinshasa to Dakar?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Kinshasa to Dakar at $1,141 round-trip.
  • May ($1,600) and March ($1,475) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kinshasa to Dakar flights

Low season

September
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

When to book flights from Kinshasa to Dakar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kinshasa to Dakar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kinshasa to Dakar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    Flights from Kinshasa to Dakar usually depart from Kinshasa N'djili (FIH) and arrive at Dakar Blaise Diagne (DSS).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kinshasa to Dakar:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kinshasa to Dakar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kinshasa to Dakar most commonly connect through:

    • Lome (LFW) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Lome (LFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Kinshasa to Dakar route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,213 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,395, a difference of $182. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    A nonstop flight from Kinshasa to Dakar takes 0h 00m, covering 2,585 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kinshasa to Dakar:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kinshasa to Dakar?

    Flying via Lome (LFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 13m, compared with 8h 53m via Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) and 26h 10m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

  • What is the time difference between Kinshasa and Dakar?

    Dakar is 1 hour behind Kinshasa (Greenwich Mean Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS)?

    Dakar Blaise Diagne Airport (DSS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Avis
    · Sixt
    · Ok Mobility
    · Europcar
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kinshasa to Dakar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kinshasa to Dakar range from $1,101 to $1,441, with an average of $1,273 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,101 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kinshasa to Dakar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,213 - about $182 less than Thursday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kinshasa to Dakar trip for December. Fares historically average $1,141 round-trip in that month - typically $459 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Kinshasa (FIH)
Dakar (DSS)